Archie K. Davis Conference Center Plan your event in good company

About The AKD Conference Center

At the heart of RTP Headquarters is the Archie K. Davis Conference Center, a 6,800-square-foot state-of-the-art facility set on 18 wooded acres, complete with an outdoor courtyard.

Our Conference Center regularly plays host to leading global organizations that are either located in, or have ties to RTP, the universities, or our other partners in the region. Whether you are planning a formal business gathering or more casual networking event, our on-site conference planners can customize the spaces to create an engaging event.

Meeting rooms range in size from 934 to 2,065 square feet. For larger events, an additional 1,135 square feet of reception space can accommodate food and beverage service for up to 300 people. RTP conference planners and staff are also on hand to meet your needs to create a professional and effective event.

“In our experience the Archie K. Davis Conference Center is the best place in The Triangle to host an event. We have repeatedly held our Carolina MBA Connections Event there. The facility itself is beautiful and the staff is always professional and courteous. The central location and ample on-site parking are both major benefits too.”

Natalie StewartRecruiting Manager, Career Management Center Duke University Fuqua School of Business

“Durham is truly lucky to have such a phenomenal facility as the Archie K. Davis Conference Center. The amenities and technology offered are first class and the staff is second to none. If you’re looking for event planning made easy you have found the right place!”

John White, VP Public PolicyGreater Durham Chamber of Commerce

“The Archie K. Davis Conference Center, centrally located in RTP offers great amenities and ease of parking for corporate events. The space itself can be custom configured for meetings and receptions. The staff is always professional, helpful and courteous. Utilizing this facility greatly contributed to the successful introduction of our RTI Fellowship Program and Distinguished Lecture Series.”

Monica HallRTI International

“We thoroughly enjoy working with the staff at the Archie K. Davis Conference Center. They offer flexible meeting space, a convenient location and ample parking. The support staff works with you to make your event flow perfectly and they always ask all the right questions about our exact needs. We are very happy clients.”

Sharon Davis, Administrative CoordinatorDuke University Health System

“We have found the Archie K. Davis Conference Center to be the perfect place to hold our meetings and presentations. The team is a delight to work with, always accommodating and they understand the importance of customer service. The location is ideal and the executive boardroom is well equipped, spacious and offers excellent acoustics. The fresh coffee and warm cookies are an added bonus too!”

Kathryn JamesBlackstone Entrepreneurs Network

“The Archie K. Davis Conference Center has been a great facility for our Executive education programs at Poole College of Management, NC State University. Not only is the location ideal for many of our program participants, the facility itself is a wonderful space. The support team is very customer-service focused, professional, cordial and willing to accommodate our needs (room set-up, technology, catering). We look forward to our continued partnership.”

Lenore Field
Program Manager, Executive Education
Poole College of Management NCSU

Behind the scenes capabilities make the difference

Behind every successful RTP event you will find a support services infrastructure that is proven, dependable, and above all, flexible. Here are just some of the logistical advantages of planning your next event with us.

Configuration Flexibility: From small groups of 6 to large groups of 200, we can customize our space to your preference.